Outdoor Clothing

The British are famous for always talking about the weather. But they are also one of the most enthusiastic about taking part in country pursuits which require them to be out in all weathers. The Royal Family takes a lead here, following their passion for hunting, shooting and fishing on the Balmoral or Sandringham estates come rain or shine.

Of course, having the right equipment and clothing makes the world of difference to being able to enjoy a sport and shrug off the elements. Many outfitters have a specialist outdoor range using traditional fabrics like woollen tweed, and long-established gun manufacturers now have a clothing department too.

And on those rare days when even the most hardened country sports enthusiast is relaxing by the fireside, they can still be reminded of joys past or still to come by investing in a painting capturing one of their favourite scenes. Britain’s long tradition of horse racing and hunting means there are many artistic interpretations of these passions.